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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which deals with subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent gains in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning institutions are having to consider now that learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of these MOOC courses is passable? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Colorado State University-Global Campus to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing necessity to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Instructors want to know how massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this desire for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This new book also explores the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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